spiciness

NOUN

flavor

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acidity aroma essence extract seasoning sweetness zest

STRONG

astringency bitterness gusto hotness piquancy pungency relish saltiness sapidity savor smack sourness tang tartness twang vim wallop zing

WEAK

sapor

Antonyms

STRONG

blandness

NOUN

piquancy

Synonyms

STRONG

liveliness raciness salt sharpness spice tang zest

Antonyms

STRONG

blandness dullness

NOUN

sapor

Synonyms

WEAK

acidity aroma astringency bitterness essence extract gusto hotness piquancy pungency relish saltiness sapidity savor seasoning smack sourness sweetness tang tartness taste twang vim wallop zest zing

NOUN

tang

Synonyms

STRONG

aroma bite flavor guts kick nip piquancy pungency reek relish sapidity savor scent smack smell tanginess thrill twang zest zip

WEAK

sapor

Antonyms

STRONG

apathy blandness dullness laziness lethargy

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Spiciness isn’t a taste; it’s simply a pain response.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2019

Without further ado, here is the Spiciness Index.

From Slate • Dec. 14, 2015

In that spirit, here at Slate we are launching our inaugural “Steph Curry Spiciness Index.”

From Slate • Dec. 14, 2015